Mayank Agarwal
About Candidate
Motivated Chartered Accountant with proven track record of successful project management and producing quality outcomes through leadership and team motivation. Works with clients to determine requirements and provide excellent service. |
Education
Work & Experience
Completed detailed reviews of accounts and bookkeeping records to verify compliance with standards. • Kept internal financial controls aligned with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). • Reviewed financial statements and tax audits in detail to identify and correct discrepancies. • Checking compliances of IGAAPs, RBI Norms, Standards on Auditing, Provisions of Companies Act, Banking Regulation Act. • Preparation of Income Tax Computation of Individual, Firms, Trusts and Companies. • Preparation & filling of TDS Returns, Service Tax Returns & GST Returns. • Preparation of Credit Appraisal notes for Mid Corporates/SME’s. • Liasoning with different banks for evaluating options for clients for credit underwriting targeting the finance cost to be minimal. • Performing quantitative and qualitative analysis using data analytics. • Maintained essential records and reported on project progress regularly. • Preparation of Project Report and CMA Data for various loan financing. • Assist in vendor due diligence for closing a deal for Tata Capital financial services Ltd. • Prepared Financial statements for various corporate clients as per schedule III of Companies Act 2013. • Bank Reconciliation Statement of Dakshinanchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam Ltd (DVVNL) – Chitrakoot, Mauranipur and Aligarh Division. • Recommended strategies for optimizing taxation and minimizing liabilities in future tax periods. • Reported on operating income, expenses against budgets and forecasted trends. • Compiled financial information, figures and forecasts for budgetary decision-making
Liaised with manager on audit plan, extent and duration of work to map out workflow for maximum efficiency. • Managed resources between multiple audits and submitted weekly reports to inform group auditor on audit progress. • Developed good understanding of client to adapt approach and communication leading to maximum client satisfaction. • Documented results using internal methodologies set out in the organization's audit manual. • Followed annual internal audit plan, managing own workload efficiently to deliver audits on time and to high standards. • Collected, analyzed and reviewed documentation from previous reports to inform ongoing audit. • Assisted in scoping of different line items in Financial Statements based on materiality levels • Assisting audit team in identifying the risky areas related to financial reporting. • Investigated financial statements to confirm compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and applicable laws. • Coordinating with the client for arrangement of documents for controls testing. • Reviewed and updated existing audit tests programmes and testing procedures. • Going through the walkthrough process of the client and understand the process. • Prepared working papers for sufficient documentation to successfully complete audit scope and objectives. • Preparation of Lead Schedules and tying it with the Trial Balance. • Matching of GL Balances with the Trial Balance. • Analyzation of AR and AP Ageing Reports. • Performing quantitative and qualitative analysis using data analytics. • Created and maintained good quality working papers covering control evaluation records, test summary sheets and system notes. • Maintained essential records and reported on project progress regularly. • Led multiple assignments simultaneously, taking responsibility for completion before set deadlines. • Completed audits to pre-agreed timescales, maintaining high quality professional and departmental standards. • Built and maintained strong working relationships with senior management, gaining confidence of people at all levels. • Summarized internal audit findings and presented results and recommendations to senior management
Financial Accounting and Reporting • Reviewed financial statements prepared by junior staff, identifying knowledge gaps and corrections needed. • Posted accounts receivable payments made by cash, cheque or credit card payments. • Accurately performed daily cash functions, including A/P and A/R tracking, budgeting, payroll transactions, expense management and various reconciliations. • Coordinated month-end closing processes to ensure completion ahead of aggressive deadlines. • Examine the mapping of the ledger accounts in the financial statements and communication of ERP related issues with the management. • Identification and evaluation of risks related to financial reporting before they materialize and designing SOPs to mitigate them. • Identified and implemented process changes to improve reporting time and quality. • Ensure compliance with IGAAPs and regulatory requirements. • Kept internal financial controls aligned with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). • Conduct financial analysis and present reports to senior management. • Detected finance, accounting and auditing issues and communicated findings to management. • Organized and maintained financial records, tax preparation, and periodic inspection of accounting books and practices. • Communicated with internal and external auditors to coordinate scheduled audits and compliance reviews. • Built positive, professional client relationships, increasing satisfaction and loyalty through reliable accounts management. • Mentored junior staff members with constructive feedback and actionable steps for performance improvement. Financial Planning and Analysis • Prepare and manage the annual budgeting process. • Monitor and control expenses to ensure adherence to budgetary guidelines. • Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement appropriate measures. • Monitor and manage working capital, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and inventory. • Implement effective cash flow management strategies to optimize liquidity. • Oversee cash flow planning and ensure availability of funds for operational needs. • Built updated SOPs for process streamlining considering the time and cost factors so that compliance can be done in accordance with statutes. • Performing quantitative and qualitative analysis using data analytics. • Offered additional financial advice and support, succession planning and tax residency issues. • Compiled financial information, figures and forecasts for budgetary decision-making. Taxation and Banking • Produced and reviewed taxation works with exceptional accuracy and efficiency. • Ensure compliances of direct and indirect taxes. • Undertake banking and treasury activities as per management guidelines. • Consulting on and monitoring process improvement activities to ensure compliance. • Negotiating and discussing with financers of the trust for minimizing the finance cost. • Liasoning with financers of the trust for credit underwriting, minimizing the finance cost. • Managing the portfolio of the enterprise with the bank to keep finance cost as per the budgetary guidelines. • Supported reconciliations between local and regulatory reporting and resolved discrepancies within established timeframes